Need a quick hatchback - any suggestions?

After a run of fairly fast cars I am looking to buy a Golf sized vehicle. Do you have any wisdom on what is the minimum power you would feel happy with?

Buying a new Golf - which trim is best?

I am planning to buy a new VW Golf this year and wanted to ask your advice on the best engine/trim setup. I do not travel a lot of miles (so do not really need a diesel) and this will be mostly for personal...

What's the best hatchback for £18,000?

I want to buy a new or nearly new car with a price range of £15,000-£18,000. What's the best car within this price range that's similar to an Audi A1 but slightly bigger?

Can you recommend a automatic hatchback?

I'm looking to replace my Vauxhall Astra 1.4 turbo with a similar but probably automatic car. I'm considering the Mazda 3 auto, Volvo V40 auto or Peugeot 308 auto. However, my issue is that most of the...

Which car on PCP?

I'd like advice on what 5dr hatchback to buy please. Would like to put a £2k deposit on an £8k car, with four year payment plan at roughly £125.00 per month. I need a 1.4 to 1.6-litre engine. Age 2012/3....

Mazda 3 v SEAT Leon - which car is best?

I want to buy a new hatchback to replace my old Vauxhall Astra. However, I can’t choose between the Mazda 3 or SEAT Leon. I also cannot decide between petrol or diesel. I cover 20,000 miles a year, with...

Replacement for Citroen DS3 - what should I buy?

The lease of my Citroen DS3 DSport 1.6 HDi will be up in a few months. Given the average factory lead time, I need to start looking sooner rather than later. I love the DS3, but my elderly parents struggle...

Buying a small hatchback - which model is best?

Please can you advise the most suitable car for me. I am hoping for reliability in a car for 10 years driving around 8000 miles per annum. A fairly small hatchback would suit and I want a car with a comfortable...

Can you recommend a nearly new family hatch?

My wife has owned a Honda Jazz 1.4 from new for eight years and is looking for a replacement that is quieter, more comfortable and fuel efficient. The three contenders are the BMW 1 Series (petrol), Audi...

Can you recommend a good hatchback?

I am in the market for a medium sized hatchback. The car must be fun to drive and offer a good balance between power and economy. I'll be doing 9000 miles a year, mainly 30 mile round trip a day on mixed...